Before laying down your 'plastic' to buy a string of pearls or bracelet or claddagh diamond ring, read all you can about it so you are a well education purchaser. Match up the quality, customer service and price of competing offers. f. Specifically inquire about the return and refund policies. c. Ask about the seller's guarantee and/or warranty on the item being bought. Obtain a written sales receipt and, in writing, any information you relied upon in your purchase.

So, how does one find a jeweler that is trust worthy. Whether you are buying diamonds, rubies, a watch of claddagh diamond ring, investigate the store's reputation. We suggest that you look into the store's standing in your town. If the jewelry store is a member of any trade organizations, determine what they are and investigate the requirements to belong. Get a BBB report on your jewelry store prior to making any purchase. It is far preferable to deal with a company that have gemological and appraisal educations so you know that what they are saying is based on actual knowledge.

If you do buy that ring, bracelet, watch or claddagh diamond ring online, before you do so, see if the site posts a Better Business Bureau Reliability seal on their site. Obtain all details related to your purchase in writing including their exchange and refund policies. Pick up the phone and speak with a representative of the web based site to reconfirm purchase details. That having been said, getting everything represented in writing is very important. Lastly, wear that jewelry or claddagh diamond ring often and enjoy it.